Old Hickory Lake

TENNESSEE


Lake Level 445.20 FEET 3/5/2023 Full Pool: 445.0 History, Alerts, More... click here	Advertise with us

Old Hickory Lake News

November
October
September
What
Water

November 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 11/20/2025

November 2025 review of Southeast Rivers for the past month and an outlook on factors that will impact future streamflows…

October 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 10/20/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center October 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on Southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

September 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 9/22/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center September 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

What Will the Long July 4 Holiday Weekend Be Like on the Water for Boaters?

BoatUS News

Date: 6/30/2025

TowBoatUS predicts more than 2,500 requests for on-water assistance SPRINGFIELD, Va., June 30, 2025 – When NOAA, The Weather Channel and even the Farmer’s Almanac all agree this summer will be hotter than average, boaters know they will need to prepare for the heat. However, on America’s July 4…

Water Resources Outlook for September 2023

National Weather Service

Date: 9/21/2023

Southeast River Forecast Center Water Resources Outlook for September 2023 addressing flooding and drought issues across the southeast U.S…

4:24:15 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

1/1/2026 - New Year's Day

3/15/2026 - Daylight Saving Time Begins

11/1/2026 - Daylight Saving Time Ends

3/14/2027 - Daylight Saving Time Begins

What's New!		Favorites
My RV Mail Flowers by Teleflora RV Rentals by RV Share Dish Network Lakes Online		Water Level Old Hickory Lake Forums Vacation Rentals Real Estate Classifieds

Featured Business

Flowers by Teleflora

dpbolvw.net/click-5247413-13872739

Add your business

• River: Cumberland River
• Length: 440 Miles
• Surface Area: 22,500 Acres
• Volume: 420,000 Acre Feet

Old Hickory Lake is a reservoir in north central Tennessee. It is formed by the Old Hickory Lock and Dam, located on the Cumberland River approximately 25 miles upstream from Nashville. The city of Hendersonville is situated on the northern side of the lake, and Old Hickory, is located on the southern side of the lake. The dam and lake are named after President Andrew Jackson, who was nicknamed "Old Hickory." He also lived in the vicinity, at The Hermitage.

The lock, dam, powerhouse and lake are operated and supervised by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers'. Construction started in January 1952, and the dam was completed in June 1954.

Rock Castle, the former historic home of Daniel Smith, is located along this lake in Drakes Creek. Smith is known for his contributions in settling Hendersonville, TN. Public accommodations include eight marinas, two Corps-operated campgrounds, and 41 boat access sites, as well as the Old Hickory Lake Arboretum.

Nearby Lakes

10 miles

14 miles

17 miles

24 miles

39 miles

44 miles

44 miles

49 miles

Quick Links
Old Hickory Lake News
Old Hickory Lake Photos
Old Hickory Lake Videos